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Improve your pool with the right features: design your oasis
Your swimming pool should be a place of relaxation and fun that can enhance your home’s exterior, making it more attractive, unique, and valuable.
Over time, pools have evolved from basic buckets of warm water to beautifully designed additions to the property.
Installing pool features is a great way to increase their aesthetic impact, functionality and enjoyment during time spent in the water.
Keep reading to find out more.
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Upgrade your pool with functional features
Optimising the functionality and overall experience of your pool while boosting its aesthetics is possible.
How? Fountains, waterfalls, outdoor showers, LED lights, and automation are just a few examples of features that can transform your pool into a modern, luxurious experience.
Let’s explore these features more closely.
Pool coping: aesthetics and safety
Pool coping is crucial, as it provides essential protection and enhances the aesthetics of your pool and its surroundings. Various materials and solutions are available, each offering advantages in durability, cost, and maintenance requirements.
Among the top choices, we have:
- Tiles: the options include ceramic, glass and non-slip models. Some versions can even maintain a cool temperature, preventing excessive heat to the feet. They add style and personalise the environment.
- Stone or concrete: these materials offer a classic and rustic effect with a natural look, although the cost might be slightly higher.
- Grass: adding grass provides a relaxing atmosphere and a pleasant sensation to the touch.
- Decking: this choice gives an exotic look, and you can also include elegant water jets for added appeal.
Creating a pool atmosphere: the role of lighting
LED and fibre optic solutions play a crucial role in improving safety and the overall aesthetics of your pool environment by adding a unique touch. They highlight waterfalls or fountains and can accentuate the architectural and landscape elements.
Among the pool water features available, we recommend adding LED lights, as they are widely recognised for their easy installation and outstanding energy efficiency.
For example, our EvenGlow Concrete LED lights offer up to 16 million colour combinations, ideal for creating a customised atmosphere.
Here are some other solutions from the range we supply:
- iRIS Lighting Controller: a versatile pool light remote that ensures easy installation and control for both new and existing pools. It features seven colour options, four colour modes, and brightness settings. The device allows separate management of pool and spa lights, providing a customisable lighting setup for any occasion.
- Spa Electrics: premium underwater LED lights like the ATOM EM Series and Retro Fit Serie can enrich your pool experience with vibrant colours and energy-efficient technology.
- Sonar Retro LED Light: it features 16 million colours, remote and app control, with excellent resistance to pool chemicals. The system is designed for easy installation in standard pools and offers vibrant, customisable lighting for any setting.
Pool automation: remote control convenience
As the pool industry evolved, the introduction of pool automation systems has provided advanced systems that allow complete remote control from your mobile phone, tablet, or web-connected device.
The functionalities of the systems vary depending on the models, but they generally control:
- Lighting
- Heating
- Filtration
- Pool cleaning and pH levels
This is made possible through an intuitive web interface accessible from mobile devices or computers. Compatible with various systems, it offers easy updates via USB and minimises the need for manual maintenance.
As an example, the Hayward OmniLogic Smart Pool and Spa Automation makes your pool management easier:
- You can easily control your pool from anywhere using the Hayward OmniLogic.
- New pool features can be added to your pool system effortlessly with OmniLogic’s flexible and expandable design.
- Reduces pool maintenance to a minimum with automated chemical balancing and filtration schedules.
Improve your pool experience with additional water features
Lights and automation are not all. Additional pool water features can evoke a sense of tranquillity and relaxation, transforming your swimming pool & backyard into a unique oasis of beauty.
Let’s explore some of them.
Waterfalls
They create a stunning and calming visual effect and can be added later, providing an elegant appearance and a relaxing feeling.
Customisable in various styles and sizes, waterfalls improve your swim experience with the soothing sound of flowing water.
Fire bowls
Available in different styles, including illuminated or concrete bowls, fire bowls can be seamlessly integrated into the pool design, upgrading any layout with an enchanting touch, especially during twilight hours.
Swimming pool fountains
Their continuous flow of water adds a dynamic touch to the pool. Swimming pool fountains make your relaxation spot more impressive, help filter the water and balance the chemicals, enhancing the holistic appearance of the environment and your experience.
Bubblers
These are small fountains that can be placed on sun loungers or in the shallow part of the pool. The gentle sound of water provides a relaxing and meditative effect.
Choose the right pump
Before installing any of these solutions, make sure that your pool pump can handle the additional volume of water. Waterfalls, for example, require more power to function properly.
If you’re thinking of installing a pool pump, make sure to seek advice from your local expert. There are a range of factors to consider, and they can help you to make the best choice.
Why wait any longer? Dive into your dream pool!
So there you have it. Swimming pool features such as lights, automation, fountains and waterfalls can transform the look of your swimming pool, making it the favourite part of your home.
They help to create a welcoming atmosphere for any occasion and can improve the functionality and enjoyment of your space.
If you’d like to find out more about our product range or the pool features that could be ideal for your oasis, make sure to chat with a reputable pool store. To find the closest one to you, check out our local pool dealer directory.
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Hey! I'm Adrian, founder and pool expert here at Dolphin Pacific. I love spending time with family, fishing, and have been known to brew my own beer.
